Final answer:
Claudius and Laertes plan to kill Hamlet through a rigged duel with a poisoned sword, leading to a tragic resolution with multiple character deaths.
Explanation:
Claudius and Laertes devise a plan to kill Hamlet by setting up a rigged duel where Laertes would use a poisoned sword to ensure Hamlet's death. This plan is part of Claudius' scheme to eliminate Hamlet without directly being involved in the murder.
In the resolution of the play, Gertrude inadvertently drinks from a poisoned cup, and the duel ensues with Laertes' poisoned sword causing the demise of Hamlet, Laertes, and Claudius, sealing the tragic fate of these characters.
Throughout the play, themes of revenge, deception, and betrayal are prominent in shaping the characters' actions and ultimately leading to the tragic conclusion of the story.
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